A Bikepacking Story - Inspirational

[MasterDabber]

I don’t know if this has been posted before (sorry if it has) but this is the story of Canadian racer Marie-Soleil Blais and her journey from Las Vegas to Mount Lemmon near Tuscon. Five weeks and self-supported.
I found it totally inspirational. Marie-Soleil must be one tough lady but absolutely charming and modest.
The route takes in some fantastic scenery and places. A lot of tough riding. The video is just over an hour but if you have the time it’s well worth watching all the way through.

 

[matticus]

Was it wise to use panniers on a bike-packing trip? People might think she's touring.

 

[Cathryn]

Thanks for this - that's Friday night sorted.

 

[Baldy]

Nice one.

 

[cwskas]

I enjoyed it. Nice scenery much of which I have driven but hope to cycle.

 

[MasterDabber]

I enjoyed it. Nice scenery much of which I have driven but hope to cycle.

Same as you in that respect...I've been to quite a few of the places on her route but only ever by car. Some very lonely and empty areas which could be quite worrying if you ran into problems. A gutsy lady.